November 09, 2017

Backyard Wedding: Janean + Andrew

November 09, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

When Janean first inquired with me about shooting her wedding, she described the wedding as "invoking old fashioned elegance, but not fussy by any means." Janean and Andrew got ready in the home they’ve been renovating over the last year, along with their cat, Pam. Then came a pop-up wedding in Glen Echo Ravine, and it was a very short and sweet ceremony. Led by a flautist, the guests played follow-the-leader to the bride and groom’s Clintonville home for a cocktail hour (catered by Al-Tubasee Street) and a serve-yourself-bar of mini champagne bottles. After toasting the bride and groom, the group moved to the sister of the bride’s house, which was only a few blocks away. The DJ spun records, and the tacos from Taqueria El Fogoncito were plentiful on a beautiful October evening. Janean made the invitations and all of the signage. Hannah Hoffman Jewelry made their custom rings and jewelry.

October 10, 2017

Real Couples // Second Weddings, Merging Families, and Coparenting: Karen + Andy

October 10, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

Andy and Karen have been through the ringer in love. They thought they both had something but both ended in divorce. What Andy thought was love was simply going through the motions. What Karen thought was love was a different kind of love. These were both hard times, yet they have healed and learned and have become stronger.

And through this, they have discovered new depths. New uncharted continents. Andy has learned to love and take care of himself. Karen has discovered new power in herself and loves Nick as a friend and co-parent. I think you both have discovered love in its fullness and depth. A greater depth and rooting....A love that won’t dissolve and fall once the season changes. Your roots are entwined and you are one tree, not two.

August 04, 2017

Real Couples // Bohemian Brunch Surprise Proposal: Brittany + Kate

August 04, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

Brittany hired me in May to do some photos for her small business in June. During our first consultation meeting, we got through all of the details, then she shared with me that she wanted to discuss a second June photography project. She had planned to propose to the love of her life, Kate, before moving to Salt Lake City, Utah, together in July. My reaction was excitement since I love shooting live engagements. But once Brittany described to me what she planned to do, I started tearing up. She was planning a bohemian brunch in a wooded area, and was going to ask Kate, "Is forever long enough?" Brittany proposed to Kate on Monday, June 26th, at noon, and I was incredibly honored to be part of their special day.

May 26, 2017

12 Photographers You Need to Follow on Instagram for Nontraditional & Diverse Wedding Inspiration

May 26, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

While wedding websites and blogs are a great destination for inspiration, wedding photographers are the original sources for beautiful wedding images, most of which are never published on blogs, in magazines, or on websites. If you are looking for original, nontraditional, and diverse wedding inspiration — or just a daily dose of love — then do yourself a favor and follow these talented artists:

March 09, 2017

Out of the Box Challenge // Two for Joy AKA "Shut the fuck up!"

March 09, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

We met in person for drinks and were unanimously feeling we had picked the perfect couple. Our first evening together was spent listening to stories of their meeting: an almost-missed connection, driving hours to meet halfway for a first date, facing a fear of heights, falling in love, moving to the same city, revisiting the first date and Carolina’s fear of heights during the proposal (“I still don’t know what the view looks like.”). We felt that Sarah's entire body seemed to smile while talking about Carolina, and Carolina's deep, soulful smile and tenderness toward her future bride were qualities we couldn't wait to convey.

February 17, 2017

Real Couples // Two Year Anniversary in Ohio Home: Rachel + Adam

February 17, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

Adam Barehl and I decided that we’ll ask a different photographer to document our lives around our anniversary every year. So that over time, we can look back at our real life and see the mundane through someone else’s eyes…see all of the subtle changes over the years, like what the kitchen looks like or the growing number of gray hairs on our head. Thank you Sarah Mulder for these photos.

January 27, 2017

Wedding Inspiration // One Couple Three Ways: Bonus Edition

January 27, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

And you thought we were done! The Columbus team of vendors that brought you One Couple Three Ways: Grunge, Sweet Floral, and Royal also styled Elaina under the theme of Hunger Games. Enjoy!

January 26, 2017

Wedding Inspiration // One Couple Three Ways: Royal

January 26, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

“Let’s do a shoot that involves cats…and motorcycles!” That was the sentence that began this project. Later we’d add to the list: deer teeth, parachute pants, and a grungy bouquet of flowers with roots still attached.

January 25, 2017

Wedding Inspiration // One Couple Three Ways: Sweet Floral

January 25, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

“I wanted to be part of the styled shoot because it seemed like something Elaina and I would have a lot of fun doing. I also thought my mom would be thrilled to see us dressed up in wedding clothes…I’ve learned more about event planning, floral arrangements, photography, hair and makeup in one day than I ever had before. It was just such an unusual day for me that when I think about it, it feels like a breath of fresh air.” —Bryce, Groom

January 24, 2017

Wedding Inspiration // One Couple Three Ways: Grunge

January 24, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

A group of us creatives meet our perfect match: a young couple married two years, who never had their wedding day in the sun. They married at a courthouse before moving abroad to teach English in Korea. There was no first look, no dress shopping, and no being doted upon. Even before we met our couple, we decided to stretch ourselves and what we consider possible by using one couple and one base outfit — but in wildly different aesthetics.

January 12, 2017

Wedding Inspiration // Dreamy Autumn Forest Elopement

January 12, 2017/ Catalyst Wedding Co

This styled shoot steps away from the more traditional wedding attire and keeps the focus on the couple's connection, supporting the free and wild spirits out there and showcasing that marriage and love truly is meant for everyone, no matter who you are, where you are, or what you're wearing.

March 04, 2016

Real Couples // A Wedding Celebration Across Ohio: Alex + Ben

March 04, 2016/ Catalyst Wedding Co

Alex and Ben Anthony were married on September 12, 2015, the date of her parents' anniversary. The couple held a small ceremony in her parents' backyard on Lake Erie (to fit Alex's more introverted personality) and hosted a celebration in Columbus (to pay homage to their wonderful city and Ben's love of a good party).